Events in Esquimalt
SOCIAL SATURDAYS—TRIVIA!
Esquimalt has many hidden gems along with popular parks, restaurants and more. Come enjoy the sunny days of summer with us.
POP OUTS
SOCIAL SATURDAYS - MUSIC BINGO
Saturday, Sept 28, 6-11 PM
Archie Browning Lounge
Open to those 19 years+, drop-in for a beverage and enjoy a game of Music Bingo! The Lounge opens at 6:00 p.m., Music Bingo starts at 7:30 p.m. Bring your friends and meet new ones! *Pre-registration required; $15 fee.
Saturday, Oct 19, 6-11 PM
Archie Browning Lounge
Open to those 19 years+, drop-in for a beverage and enjoy a game of Trivia! The Lounge opens at 6:00 p.m., Trivia starts at 7:30 p.m. Bring your friends and meet new ones! *Pre-registration required
OUTDOOR
MOVIE SERIES
AUGUST 21: ONWARD AT BULLEN FIELD
AUGUST 28: JUMANJI AT GORGE PARK
P OOL CLOSURE
Monday Sept 9 to Sunday Sept 27
EVENTS IN ESQUIMALT
ESQUIMALT FARMERS MARKET
Thursdays 4:30-7:30PM
Memorial Park
Mondays 4:30-7:30PM
Gorge Park
Locally crafted goods, fresh vegetables, crafts and a variety of treats- the indoor market has lots to offer. esquimaltmarket.com
EAST WEST MURAL FESTIVAL
August 18-Sept 2
Esquimalt Gorge Park
The festival incorporates hands-on workshops, mural painting, and lots of opportunities to get involved in community-based art. Go to www.ECAH.ca for 2024 programming, muralists and mural sites, calls for artists and more!
MEMORIAL PARK MUSIC FEST
Aug 20 & 27; 6 PM
Check out live music in Memorial Park. Pack a picnic or grab food from one of Esquimalt’s many nearby restaurants. With a playground and lots of lawn to sit on, this event is fun for all ages!
Find our up-to-date event list at Esquimalt.ca/Events or subscribe to our newsletter.
24TH JAPANESE CULTURAL FAIR
Aug 24; 10 AM- 4 PM
Esquimalt Gorge Park
Join this FREE, family-oriented event to showcase and promote local Japanese-Canadian cultural groups in Victoria and the surrounding areas.
RIBFEST
Sept 6-8; Fri 11 AM-10 PM Sat 11 AM-10 PM Sun 11 AM-9 PM Bullen Field
A weekend of BBQ ribs, local entertainment, craft beer, cider and wine, free kid’s activities, local arts, and vendors. Net proceeds are returned to the community through the Esquimalt Firefighters Charitable Foundation and the Esquimalt Ribfest Society.
ESQUIMALT LANTERN FESTIVAL
Sept 13; 6-10 PM
Esquimalt Gorge Park
The magic of lantern-fest returns to Gorge Park! Visit Gorge Park for a magical adventure through the forest full of lanterns, lights and other surprises. You won’t want to miss this fun event.
STORY FEST
Sept 21, 10:30AM-1 PM
Esquimalt Town Square
Storytelling provides a platform for growth and development. We hope your family will join us in celebrating. This year’s theme is Great Adventures! Donations are gratefully accepted and go to help fund the Macaulay literacy program.
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ESQUIMALT GORGE PARK PHOTO: DEBORAH PRICE
MACAULAY POINT PARK PHOTO: DEBORAH PRICE
Events in Esquimalt
SOUTH ISLAND POWWOW
Sept 30; gates open 10 AM
Royal Athletic Park, Victoria September 30th marks National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The annual South Island Powwow is an opportunity to recognize Survivors and their families in the spirit of reconciliation. Traditional Indigenous cultures and resiliency are celebrated through song and dance.
The Township of Esquimalt acknowledges with respect that we are within the Traditional Territories of the Esquimalt Nation and Songhees Nation.
SENIOR’S APPRECIATION TEA
Wednesday, Oct 2, 10:30 AM-12 PM Esquimalt Rec Centre To celebrate National Seniors Day, Esquimalt Recreation Centre is hosting a tea for those 50 and better. Join the Parks and Rec team in the Atrium of the Recreation Centre for tea and light refreshments. Students from Macaulay Elementary will be performing at 11:30AM. This event is free, but please register. Choose online, by calling 250-412-8500 or in-person at the Esquimalt Rec Centre.
PICKLEBALL
Get your pickleball fix with us! You can choose from drop-in or rent a court for you and your friends. The courts are indoors providing a comfortable and convenient experience. Want a lesson? We offer those too! More at Esquimalt.ca/pickleball
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PHOTO: DEBORAH PRICE